Caretaker & Maintenance Coordinator

Caretaker & Maintenance Coordinator

Canadian Martyrs Parish in Hamilton is looking for a part-time Caretaker (15 hours per week). Reporting to the Parish Priest, this position offers a competitive rate of pay and requires a commitment to work flexible hours.

Primary responsibilities

· Coordinate all hardware repairs to HVAC, BAS, plumbing, fire protection equipment, electrical and technical systems. Inspect jobs for completion.

· Schedule regular maintenance, cleaning and landscaping jobs.

· Oversee that any issues with maintenance, cleaning, landscaping and repairs are attended to promptly.

· Perform small jobs and repairs or modifications to the building as needed; such as painting, hanging pictures, care for and maintain indoor plants in the building, set up timers and mouse traps, assemble furniture and set up Christmas decorations.

· Take inventory of all supplies for cleaners and take inventory and order supplies for church hall, Student Centre and kitchens. Arrange delivery of those supplies.

· Attend regular meetings to update Pastor with job status for ongoing issues with contractors and projects.

· Inform the Pastor about any additional maintenance issues that occur and help with finding a solution.

· Update the Maintenance Manual and contact list as needed.

· Respond to all church staff with any maintenance needs they may identify, confirming needs with Pastor when necessary.

· The completion of other maintenance-oriented tasks as needed.

· Keep detailed records and logs as per the Diocesan requirements.

Requirements

· Education: high school or equivalent

· Prior maintenance experience preferred but not required.

· Be in good physical condition

· Familiar with safe operations of landscaping and snow removal equipment (lawnmower, snow blower etc.)

· Ability to work independently and follow instructions

· Steel-toed safety boots

· License: G Class Driver’s license